3 . China now has 57 sites included on the UNESCO World Heritage List. Let’s have a look at four of them, which may give you some advice on your next travel plan.
Huangshan Mountain
Huangshan, known as “the loveliest mountain of China”, lies in the south of Anhui Province in eastern China. The scenic area covers 154 square kilometers, and is famous for its peaks, rocks, pines, clouds and springs.
Longmen Grottoes（石窟）
The Longmen Grottoes lies in the south of Luoyang city, Henan Province. It includes the largest collection of Chinese art of the late Northern Wei and Tang dynasties, and shows the achievements of Chinese stone carving.
Gulangyu Island
Located on the entry of the Jiulong River, the island is a popular tourist destination known for its natural scenery, rich history and unique architecture. It was occupied（占领）by at least a dozen countries, including Great Britain, France and Japan. Gulangyu is naturally referred to as the “island of music”, with a harmonious mixture of Western music and Eastern culture. It is famous for its outstanding musicians and musical instruments.
Ancient villages in southern Anhui
Lying in southern Anhui, Xidi and Hongcun have a high historical and artistic value in architecture. The villages show the architectural features of the Huizhou-style d living houses in the period of the Ming and Qing dynasties. Xidi and Hongcun were added onto the list on November 30,2000．
1. What can be seen in Longmen Grottoes?
| A．Pines and springs. | B．Unique houses. |
| C．Rocks and Temples. | D．Carved stones. |
2. In which place can you admire the Western music according to the passage?
| A．Huangshan Mountain. |
| B．Longmen Grottoes. |
| C．Gulangyu Island. |
| D．Ancient villages in southem Anhui. |
3. According to the passage, which of the following statements is TRUE?
| A．The Longmen Grottoes is located in the south of Anhui Province in eastern China. |
| B．People can enjoy the natural scenery and fine Chinese artworks in Huangshan Mountain. |
| C．Gulangyu is famous for its unique history and culture in the Ming and Qing dynasties. |
| D．People fond of the Huizhou-styled houses can visit Ancient villages in Anhui. |
